Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Shima Ghavimi, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Hepatology Physician · Hepatology Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Internal Medicine Physician · Gastroenterology Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · Gastroenterology Physician · Waterloo, IA
- NPI 1811316458
- 18 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 4 locations .
- Primary practice
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1015 S Hackett RD
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 234-5990 - Additional location
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1249 15Th St Ste 3000
Huntington, WV 257013663
(304) 691-1000 - Additional location
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185 South Orange Street
Newark, NJ 071030710
(202) 480-3808 - Additional location
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2041 Georgia Avenue Nw
Washangton, DC 20060
(202) 865-1920
fax (202) 865-7199
Show 1 more location
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 23, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Iowa #MD-50743 · West Virginia #29355 · New Jersey #25MA10563700
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1811316458. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
235
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$32,317
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 52 | 52 | $153 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 39 | 39 | $234 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 38 | 38 | $124 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 33 | 32 | $110 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 30 | 30 | $101 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 20 | 16 | $73 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 12 | 12 | $119 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 11 | 11 | $94 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 56. This provider delivers 4.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$367
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 1 | $179.07 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $132.15 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 1 | $55.79 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
127
Patients
91
Total drug cost
$7,167
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 50 | 28 | $1,329 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 37 | 36 | $2,871 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 29 | 27 | $532 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $2,436 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Shima Ghavimi's medical specialty?
Dr. Shima Ghavimi practices Gastroenterology Physician in Waterloo, IA.
Where does Dr. Shima Ghavimi practice?
Dr. Shima Ghavimi practices at 1015 S Hackett RD, Waterloo, IA 50701. Office phone: 3192345990.
What is Dr. Shima Ghavimi's NPI?
Dr. Shima Ghavimi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811316458, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shima Ghavimi accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Shima Ghavimi does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Shima Ghavimi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.